Tasting Notes for Columbia Crest Valley Walter Clore Private Reserve Red Wine Red Blend 2004

by gtv_john

Wine Tasted:

Columbia Crest Valley Walter Clore Private Reserve Red Wine Red Blend 2004

The Private Reserve named for Dr. Walter Clore, who was a pioneer in Washington viticulture of Bordeaux "Le Peite Chais" methode and techniques for wine making, is a blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 46% Merlot. It was aged in new French oak for 24 months. Initial nose of Medoc and inky black thick plum fragrance Bordeaux. Tastes of Blackberry, currant, with an ethereal lush deep expansive structure as it stretches its' legs. It is sedate and restrained, yet solid as a rock flavor profile that'll stand up to anything. Medium weight melanin velvet lushness on the palette. Black fruits, smokey vanilla and oak supple balm, layered soft lingering finish. Lovely stuff is this: Bravo and Grazie to Ray Einberger, vin maker, what a treasure thou have wrought.

I would serve this wine for:

Any special occasion, and everyday.

I shared this wine with:

Son-in-Law Mike, and nephew Michael.

The nose on this wine reminds me of:

Rich like dripping plum sauce Bordeaux...oaked to velvety smoothness.

This wine would pair well with the following foods:

Would never mess this excellence of flavor craft up with food.

I think this wine is priced:

Half price for the adventure it takes you on.

If I have any gripe with this wine, it's that:

None.